Event Program Manager

Position Overview:

The Technology Excellence Event Project Manager will oversee the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of Autodesk’s internal technical conferences, including TechX and the Technical Leadership Forum. This role is responsible for managing project timelines, milestones, and timely deliverables across the Technology Excellence events team. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing complex projects within a fast-paced environment. Experience using Airtable for project management tracking is essential, as all planning and progress monitoring will be managed within the platform. This role also requires flexibility to travel for on-site event execution and support.  

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and deliverables in Airtable, ensuring visibility and accountability across teams

• Partner with the Technology Excellence events team to align on goals, schedules, and dependencies for each event

• Coordinate with members of the Technology Excellence team to ensure they are engaging with stakeholders, and that all action items are delivered on time  

• Track risks, issues, and action items, ensuring they’re addressed and communicated promptly

• Facilitate effective communication among project contributors, ensuring everyone stays aligned and informed 

• Ensure milestones are achieved on time, proactively adjusting plans as needed 

• Lead pre-event reviews and readiness checks to confirm all elements—content, logistics, and technology—are on track 

• Lead post-event reviews to assess project performance, identify where adjustments were needed, and provide recommendations to improve planning and execution for future cycles  

• Serve as a key on-site resource during conferences, ensuring smooth execution across all workstreams

• Troubleshoot and resolve real-time issues to minimize disruptions and maintain a seamless experience for attendees 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Event Management, or a related field (certification is a plus)

• 3+ years of experience managing complex projects or events, preferably in a technical or professional development context 

• 2 years experience using Airtable

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple timelines and dependencies 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate across diverse teams

• Demonstrated ability to make decisions under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

• Flexibility to travel for conferences and related activities